Boerenbridge, also known as Chinese Pooping, is a popular card game in Flanders. Here's how to keep track of points in this engaging game:

Objective and Gameplay

The main objective of Chinese Pooping is to predict and achieve the number of strokes (tricks) you can win in each round. The game progresses through rounds, with the number of cards dealt to each player increasing and then decreasing.

Scoring System

Prediction and Bidding:

• At the start of each round, players are dealt a specific number of cards, starting with one card in the first round, two in the second, and so on, up to a maximum (e.g., 10 cards for five players).
• Players, beginning with the one to the left of the dealer, predict how many strokes they will win in that round.
• The highest bidder determines the trump suit for the round.
• The dealer, who bids last, must ensure the total number of strokes predicted by all players does not equal the total number of cards dealt. For example, if seven cards are dealt, and the first three players predict 0, 3, and 2 strokes respectively, the dealer cannot predict 2 strokes because 0 + 3 + 2 + 2 = 7.

Scoring:

• After all cards are played and strokes are won, players compare their actual strokes won to their predictions.
• If a player's prediction matches their actual strokes won, they score 10 points plus the number of strokes they predicted. For example, predicting and winning 3 strokes would earn 13 points (10 + 3).
• If a player's prediction does not match their actual strokes won, they lose 10 points for each stroke they are off. For example, predicting 3 strokes but winning 2 or 4 strokes would result in a loss of 10 points.

Game Progression:

• The game continues with increasing numbers of cards dealt per round until reaching the maximum (e.g., 10 cards for five players).
• After the maximum round, the number of cards dealt per round decreases back to one card per player.
• The game concludes after the final round with one card per player.

Winner Determination:

• The player with the highest total points at the end of all rounds wins the game.

Latest Version Updates

Version 1.6 (Updated Oct 19, 2024):

• Minor bug fixes and improvements. Install or update to the newest version to check it out!

By following these rules and keeping a close eye on your predictions and actual strokes won, you can effectively track points and enjoy the strategic depth of Chinese Pooping.